Oil drilling in the Florida Everglades threatens water for millions of people, thousands of plants and animals, and the way of life of the Miccosukee Tribe.

Based in Chicago, the Midwest Regional Office is leading legal fights in the region for healthy families, homes, workplaces, and communities; for protection and preservation of waters, wetlands, wild places and wildlife; for clean air; and for sustainable energy and climate solutions.

One day, Pawnee Tribal member Walter Echo-Hawk stumbled upon a worrying scene. Next to his home, oil and gas workers were surveying for fracking. The U.S. government had approved 17 oil and gas leases on Pawnee land without consulting or even notifying the Tribal members. This is the story of how that happened, and how the Pawnee Nation fought back.

Sarah, a high school freshman, is part of a global movement of youth who are demanding change to address the climate crisis. Earthjustice stands in solidarity with young people around the world who fight for climate action.